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R498 HNL

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,253 mi
Last recorded7,253 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR498 HNL
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2018 7,253 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 7,084 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 6,947 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 6,796 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 6,641 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 6,556 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 6,278 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 5,846 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN800?

Based on 28,140 MOT tests across 2,110 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
2,110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 299
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 187
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 160
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 112
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 101
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R498 HNL is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 18,132 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 299 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R498 HNL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN800 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R498 HNL registered?

R498 HNL is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R498 HNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R498 HNL shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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